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Reply To: Back to back measurement for Gibson wheels

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May 10, 2024 at 11:13 am #248691
Ray Byde
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    When using a back-to back gauge, remember to measure across the faces of the TYRES only. If the gauge goes in too deep you end up measuring the distance between the wheel centres, which is not what is important. (This tip was one I was reminded of in a recent Scalefour Society journal).